Our probabilistic risk approach

GeoAdaptive has developed and implemented a standardized method to conduct probabilistic exposure, vulnerability, and risk assessments for numerous cities worldwide, including many cities in the Global South. We have specific experience managing and integrating hazards and risk information into planning procedures and instruments, and disaster preparedness. These assessments are used to guide decision-making and planning, and provide a solid base to develop Disaster Risk Management (DRM), Climate Change adaptation (CCA), and resilient urban strategies.

Risk profiles

In our analysis we develop different risk profiles that provide quantitative information regarding the areas where risk is concentrated as well as considering different types of exposed assets and populations. These results provide a clear picture for decision makers in areas where implementation of risk mitigation measures are required. Additional results that are beneficial for decision makers are: total losses for different return periods (PML) and risk premiums (Annual Average Loss, AAL).

Our Services

Probabilistic risk assessment

Probabilistic spatial human and socioeconomic exposure assessment.

Physical and socioeconomic vulnerability assessment developed through a variety of models using GIS, CAPRA, HAZUS-MH and other tools.

The necessity to create long-lasting objectives addressing inequality is emphasized throughout the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, known as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This implies that income growth is not the only important measure for this goal. The roles of infrastructure, wage, social protection policies, and opportunities are noted as key contributors to this goal of increased equality. By measuring and quantifying inequality in GeoAdaptive, we understand how well programs or policies promote social justice and how these strategies might be supported by accessibility to infrastructure to reduce inequality and improve social development.